Mechanical Engineer

Ivy Resource Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to oversee mechanical requirements across diverse projects. The role involves collaboration with design teams and suppliers focusing on safety and quality control. Candidates should have experience in mechanical project engineering, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with modern construction practices. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension matched up to 8%

Hybrid/flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical project engineering within manufacturing or construction.
• Strong technical, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Experience with both pre-production and on-site mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical elements of projects, ensuring alignment with targets.
• Support sustainability goals through modern construction practices.
• Coordinate with designers and suppliers using BIM and digital tools.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

BIM knowledge

Lean Construction

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity Ivy Resource Group is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Mechanical Project Engineer to take responsibility for all mechanical requirements across a diverse project portfolio. You will work closely with design teams and suppliers, with a focus on offsite assembly and modularisation. This is a hands-on role requiring close collaboration with commercial teams, oversight of procurement, and quality control of mechanical installations.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical elements of projects, ensuring alignment with programme, budget, and quality targets

• Support sustainability goals through modern construction practices

• Coordinate with designers and suppliers to utilise BIM and digital tools for integrated project delivery

• Administer sub-contracts and material orders, reviewing and approving supplier proposals

• Conduct factory inspections, audits, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and technical standards

• Monitor mechanical installation works, track progress, and report on cost performance

• Implement robust quality assurance plans and maintain thorough records

• Coordinate with site teams to successfully deliver critical outage works with minimal disruption

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in mechanical project engineering within manufacturing or construction

• Strong technical, analytical, and organisational skills

• Experience with both pre-production and on-site mechanical engineering

• Knowledge of MMC, Lean Construction, Agile Programme Management, and BIM essential

• Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) preferred

• Commercially astute and capable of multi-tasking across multiple workstreams

• IT literate, excellent interpersonal skills, and able to work collaboratively with stakeholders

• SMSTS and relevant CSCS card desirable

• Professional membership or qualification is advantageous

What\'s in It for You

• Competitive salary + car allowance

• 26 days annual leave + option to buy/sell 3 days

• Additional long service days (3, 7, 10 years)

• Private medical insurance (individual + optional family cover)

• Life assurance

• Pension matched up to 8%

• Enhanced parental leave

• Volunteering days

• Hybrid/flexible working options

• EAP and well-being support

• Professional membership fees paid

• Perks at Work employee discount platform

• Access to a wide range of flexible benefits

How to apply

Submit your CV

Call / Text / WhatsApp Robbie on #removed# for a confidential conversation.

Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.

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